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Today’s best flight deals from Colombo to Sydney

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Colombo to Sydney

September 15 - October 15

Cheapest

CMB - Sydney

$703

$625

Round trip

September 12 - October 10

Earliest

CMB - Sydney

$700

$626

Round trip

September 12 - October 2

Earliest

CMB - Sydney

$700

$626

Round trip

September 12 - September 20

Earliest

CMB - Sydney

$716

$626

Round trip

November 3 - November 24

CMB - Sydney

$595

$628

Round trip

September 23 - October 2

CMB - Sydney

$725

$631

Round trip

September 29 - October 2

Best

CMB - Sydney

$774

$631

Round trip

September 26 - October 2

CMB - Sydney

$737

$631

Round trip

September 15 - October 2

CMB - Sydney

$705

$631

Round trip

September 21 - October 2

CMB - Sydney

$719

$631

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Colombo to Sydney

Most itineraries for flights from Colombo to Sydney connect at least once, with only 3.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct flights from Colombo to Sydney are rare, you'll generally find options with a couple of connections.
When considering cheap flights from Colombo to Sydney, fares typically range from $543–$835, with a median of $682. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, and about 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.
The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Sydney is often in March, with a median fare of $470. Other affordable months include February, where the median fare is $516, and June, with a median fare of $591. Planning your trip during these months could result in lower travel costs.
A typical journey from Colombo to Sydney takes approximately 29h 10m, including connections. This route covers a substantial distance of 8762 km, classifying it as a long-haul flight. Travelers should anticipate a significant amount of travel time due to the distance and the prevalence of connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Colombo to Sydney

Regular price: $518 - $772

Prices for flights from Colombo to Sydney are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $518 and $772. The current lowest deal is $574 with Vietjet Air, for travel from Nov 3 to Nov 12.

now $574

Low $518

High $772

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Sydney

The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Sydney is March, with a median price of 470 USD. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of 1053 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $470

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,053

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Direct flights from Colombo to Sydney

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SriLankan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Colombo to Sydney

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Sydney

SriLankan Airlines

Colombo (CMB) - Sydney (SYD)

SriLankan Airlines

$499

$858

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Sydney

AirAsia

Colombo (CMB) - Sydney (SYD)

AirAsia

$500

$748

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Sydney

AirAsia

Colombo (CMB) - Sydney (SYD)

AirAsia

$477

$701

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Sydney

AirAsia

Colombo (CMB) - Sydney (SYD)

AirAsia

$492

$720

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Sydney

Malindo Airways

Colombo (CMB) - Sydney (SYD)

Malindo Airways

$499

$741

One-way

Tue, Jul 21

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Sydney

Malindo Airways

Colombo (CMB) - Sydney (SYD)

Malindo Airways

$482

$788

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Colombo to Sydney

3 nights

Sep 29 - Oct 2

$774  →  $631

18%

4 nights

Sep 29 - Oct 3

$773  →  $633

18%

5 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 20

$745  →  $631

15%

6 nights

Sep 26 - Oct 2

$737  →  $631

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Colombo to Sydney

Colombo - Sydney route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Colombo to Sydney are below the typical level, with deals from $543 to $835.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Sydney, with a median price of $470.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight

Flights from Colombo to Sydney typically take 29h 10m, covering a distance of 8762 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 3.6% of recent deals are direct. Connecting flights typically involve 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

SriLankan Airlines offers direct flights

SriLankan Airlines has offered direct flights on this route, providing a convenient option.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Colombo to Sydney appear frequently, averaging 1.03 deals per day.

Colombo main airports to depart from

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

Bandaranaike International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Colombo to Sydney.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$574

Sydney main airports to arrive at

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is the primary gateway to Sydney, offering convenient access to the city and surrounding areas.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$574

Airports nearby Sydney used as alternative

Canberra (CBR)

Cheapest

Canberra Airport is a major hub with high reliability, offering a full range of cabin classes.

📍 ~240 km from Sydney (requires approximately 3 hours of ground travel).

💸 Flights from ~$740

Newcastle (NTL)

Newcastle Airport is a significant regional option with frequent services to major Australian cities.

📍 ~135 km from Sydney (easily accessible via the M1 motorway).

💸 Flights from ~$851

Coffs Harbour (CFS)

Coffs Harbour Airport is a well-established regional option with multiple airline carriers and cabin classes.

📍 ~430 km from Sydney (primarily serves as a regional destination).

💸 Flights from ~$832

Port Macquarie (PQQ)

Port Macquarie Airport offers reliable regional connectivity with multiple daily flights and premium cabin classes.

📍 ~320 km from Sydney (long travel distance makes it impractical for most travelers).

💸 Flights from ~$812

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sydney

Historically, the optimal window for booking flights from Colombo to Sydney is between 14 and 27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for flights has been around $620. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $736, while booking 7-13 days out averages $681. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 28-59 days out, averaging $817, and for those made 60+ days in advance, averaging $832.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Colombo to Sydney is considered to be around $543 or less. The median price for this route has historically been $682. Fares at the 75th percentile typically reach $835. These figures are based on pricing data observed over a 90-day window.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Sydney, with a median price of $470. February also offers lower fares, with a median price of $516. While June has a median of $591, it is also noted as the most expensive month on record. The annual median price for this route is $682, based on data collected over a 270-day period.